Now that I'm older it seems I forget a lot and it drives me crazy. I seem to mess up on words when I speak. Like I pronounce them wrong or use the wrong word. What are some ways I can keep my memory and thinking fit? I don't want it to turn to mush.
2007-10-01 08:34:07 · 7 answers · asked by PadPal 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Games, play lots of games of any kind, crosswords, something to challenge your brain. Read a lot, not just junk reading, but subjects that cause you to think and ponder.
A study was done with elderly Nuns, they have a very low amount of Alzheimer's, they do all of the above.
2007-10-01 08:41:05 · answer #1 · answered by Robert D 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not always Alzheimer's.
I've got depression, kidney disease, and perimenopause. I can barely remember my own name. (All 3 cause memory loss.) This is how I fight it:
1. Lots of fish oil. There are good brands that don't taste fishy.
2. Vitamin B-12 in the form of methylcobalamin, also called "Brain B-12". Many B-12 supplements are cyanocobalamin, which isn't as helpful. Some multi-vitamins have the good kind.
3. Do those daily crossword puzzles. I do the New York Times ones. Sudoku and acrostics are good, too, whatever you like, just as long as it's exercising your brain.
4. Get some exercise and fresh air every day.
5. Stay away from people who cause you too much stress. They're a brain-drain.
6. Stay organized. Keep your house, yard, office, and car in apple-pie order. Keep it clean. Know where everything is. Keep lists, and color-code things. When your whole life is in order, your mind calms down and starts remembering things better.
7. Tone down sugary foods & refined stuff. It makes you fuzzy-headed. Ice cream is the worst for me - I can't stop eating it and then I'm fuzzy-headed AND depressed from sugar blues.
8. Get plenty of sleep!
2007-10-01 11:26:23 · answer #2 · answered by Arggg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, to put you mind at ease, see your doctor to make sure that you are okay. Next, start learning something. Research has shown that a person who continues to use their brain by learning new information or skills have a better memory than most.
After learning - go play. Scrabble, crosswords, chess, or even puzzles - they too put the mind to work.
And physical exercise is not only good for your overall health, but also helps to keep the blood flowing and the mind moving.
Take a look at the Aging Center I linked to below:
2007-10-01 08:46:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Word puzzles and other things that require you to think. Take classes, learn something new, eat well, exercise. Some forgetfullness is natural but if it becomes excessive it can be a sign of something more serious.
2007-10-01 08:43:34 · answer #4 · answered by Diane M 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Suduko is large yet you additionally can try the Nintendo DS version of thoughts Age. It artwork's you thoughts in numerous distinctive whys and it tells you the way you're progressing. that's no longer a comedian tale try it you will see.
2016-10-10 02:59:46 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Puzzles
Crossword
Wordsearch
Number games
2007-10-01 08:41:19 · answer #6 · answered by Rawbert 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read, do puzzles, talk to people,exercise, eat properly
2007-10-01 08:43:35 · answer #7 · answered by al 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋